Existence and usage of digital assets for entrepreneurship skills development in business education programs in colleges of education in Anambra state

Abstract

This study investigated the existence and usage of digital assets for entrepreneurship skills development in Business Education programs in Colleges of Education in Anambra State, Nigeria. The sample size of the study was 80 students’ final-year students from Colleges of Education in Anambra State. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire administered via Google Survey, focusing on aspects of digital asset existence, usage, and perceived challenges. Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was employed to test hypotheses related to gender differences and the impact of digital asset existence on entrepreneurship skill acquisition in teaching and learning Business Education in Colleges of Education in Anambra State. The findings reveal a mixed landscape, with e-books and online platforms being available and incorporated into programs. Yet, challenges such as limited access to high-quality resources and poor internet connectivity persist. The study underscores the importance of addressing these challenges to optimize the use of digital assets for entrepreneurship skill acquisition in the Business Education program at the Colleges of Education in Anambra State. Understandings from this study can guide policymakers and educators in improving the integration and effectiveness of digital tools in business education programs in Anambra State and beyond.